Pharmacy Technician (Manchester, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

Job Location: Mandeville

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (from a recognized institution)
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• High School Diploma

Essential functions
The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Ability to prepare prescriptions efficiently and accurately;
• Experience in managing inventory and handling OTC enquiries;
• Dispensing prescriptions;
• Interpreting, screening and resolving any discrepancies under the guidance of the Pharmacist;
• Ensure maintenance of adequate supply of pharmaceutical items paying close items to stock rotation and monitoring of expiration dates;
• Enter-access and verify data accuracy in computer system
• Contribute to high efficient work flow of the pharmacy by maintaining a high productivity level and error-free work delivery;
• Establish and maintain patient profiles;
• Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal customers;
• Ensure familiarity with common pharmacy practices, concepts and procedures;
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for re-ordering;
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, topical ointments and/or creams);
• Pre-package bulk medications;
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice;
• Assist other pharmacy technicians;
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques including monitoring of expired goods;
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing of new goods received;
• Maintain areas/shelves designated for cleaning;
• Assist with cashiering in dispensary as the need arises;
• Liaise with Purchasing dept. in Montego Bay for coordination of purchases and inventory activities;
• Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis;
• Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices;
• Request goods from other location on a weekly basis or as needed to replenish stock;
• Performs other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist or supervisor.

Supportive function

• In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets.

Skills and knowledge

• A positive attitude to continued learning;
• Must maintain confidentiality of customers’ information;
• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner;
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology;
• Great attention to detail and carefulness;
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Outstanding customer service orientation;
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information;
• Expert in mathematical calculations;
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions;
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication;
• Must possess a high level of accuracy;
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency;
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial;
• Active Listener;
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral;
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment;
• Self-motivated; Hands-on, leads by example;
• Show enthusiasm with customers and other team members;
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives;
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail;
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach;
• Constantly looking to apply best practices;
• Predisposition to mentor and subsequently increase responsibilities as the team develops.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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